Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake

Happy National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Now that is a holiday that we can get behind! Such a simple, light dessert- perfect for a hot day. Growing up, my mother would serve us strawberry shortcake for dinner on those really hot, sweltering nights. Is there sweeter music to a child’s ears?

This summer classic uses our Gluten Free Vanilla Cake Mix to make cupcakes for the shortcake base. These are an easy treat to enjoy this weekend (perhaps for Father’s Day?) that anyone, gluten free or otherwise, can enjoy.

Cupcakes: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line standard 12-cup pan with paper liners; coat with cooking spray. Preheat cake batter as directed. Fill each liner with scant ¼ cup batter (about 3 tablespoons) or to within 1/2-inch of top of liner.

Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Cool cupcakes in pan for 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

To Assemble: Cut each cupcake in half, horizontally, and place the bottom half on a serving plate. Spoon strawberries over each half, top with remaining half and spoon remaining strawberries and juice on top. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately. Makes 12 shortcakes.